National Coordinator, Research and Mental Health Programs

National Coordinator, Research and Mental Health Programs

We’re excited to share that JDRF Canada is now Breakthrough T1D.

We’re the same organization, with the same mission and determination to realize a world free from type 1 diabetes (T1D) – just with a new name and look that reflects what the T1D community needs now and next.

It’s an exciting time to join Breakthrough T1D as we continue to break barriers to help people better manage the disease and enjoy full, healthy lives. Curing T1D is and always will be our north star and we will not stop until breakthroughs get us to a world free from T1D.

We’re currently seeking a National Coordinator, Research and Mental Health Programs to join our team in this new position. Reporting to the Chief Scientific Officer, you will be responsible for administering Breakthrough T1D research programs uniformly and in accordance with processes established to ensure sound oversight and compliance. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to support a variety of functions for development and administration of the organization’s mental health programs, including the Mental Health + Diabetes Training Program and Directory and the organization’s Mental Health and T1D Community Grants Program.

Here’s what your primary responsibilities would be:

• Pro-actively manage, analyze and report on the Breakthrough T1D Canada grants portfolio.
• Provide continuity of award administration by managing all administrative aspects of Breakthrough T1D Canada grants in both pre- and post-award phases.
• Ensure all awards are managed in accordance with approved policies and procedures for audit compliance, and help problem-solve, recommending course corrections as necessary.
• Liaise with Breakthrough T1D International staff, Grantee Institutions, and Principal Investigators to communicate around business and operational specifics of the Canadian research portfolio.
• Identify grant management system issues and/or areas of improvement, working with internal and external system administration staff to problem-solve.
• Act as the primary point of contact and representative with the research community for Breakthrough T1D awards held in Canada, fostering trust and transparency through clear, consistent communications and expectations.
• Escalate project-level delays or anomalies to supervisor and strictly follow process workflows to ensure timely resolution and progression of Breakthrough T1D-funded projects.
• Maintain all grant agreements and Memorandum Of Understandings pertaining to research partnerships, and monitor compliance.
• Serve as the in-house expert on Breakthrough T1D’s portal, RMS360, and extract relevant information from the database for distribution to appropriate Canadian stakeholders.
• Support the administration and evaluation of Breakthrough T1Ds Mental Health + Diabetes Training Program while assisting in developing governance processes.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Bachelors of Arts/Sciences and 2-4 years of non-profit and/or grant management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong project management and time management skills; highly organized and detail oriented
• Financial acumen and contract management experience
• Strong computer skills (including competency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel)
• Ability to plan, carry out and interpret analysis of data related to program outcomes
• Proven ability to think and problem-solve creatively
• Demonstrated ability to operate with great latitude for independent judgment and initiative
• Be able to achieve success by employing logical, systematic thinking managing multiple priorities in a highly dynamic environment
• Ability to set and revise policies and procedures while brokering buy-in from all stakeholders
• Demonstrated capacity to frame complex situations and present options
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to provide guidance to people with a wide range of cultural backgrounds, training and experience
• Enjoy working independently and as part of a team
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to bring recommendations for process improvement to Research and Mental Health programs
• Fluency in French, both written and verbal a significant asset

The salary range for this role is anticipated to be $55,000 - $60,000, commensurate with skills and experience level of the selected candidate.

Location Preference: Flexible within Canada – We are a remote-first organization so it is expected the incumbent in this role will work remotely from home.

Application Deadline: Please submit your resume through our careers website by November 20, 2024.

About Breakthrough T1D

Breakthrough T1D is the leading type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy non-profit organization in Canada. As we drive toward curing type 1 diabetes, we help to make every day better for the people who live with it. 

Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) began in Canada as a grassroots organization in 1974, when a group of dedicated parents came together with a singular goal of finding a cure for T1D. Since the discovery of insulin, Breakthrough T1D has remained at the forefront of T1D research. Breakthrough T1D is committed to investing in the most promising research, advocating for progress by working with governments to address issues that impact the T1D community and supporting individuals living with this disease.

Breakthrough T1D has a company culture rooted in our Core Values of Respect, Understanding and Integrity; Perseverance; Collaboration; Risk Taking and Entrepreneurship; and Efficiency, Effectiveness and Accountability – if our core values are exemplified in the way that you work, we might be a great fit for each other.

Here’s a few details about what Breakthrough T1D employees receive:

·        Remote-first: Our employees love the convenience and flexibility of working remotely, so all positions are work from home (within Canada).

·        Health and Wellness Benefits: Benefits to support your physical and mental health – this includes Manulife group benefits, Maple virtual health care, Not Myself Today to support mentally healthy workplaces and generous paid sick time.

·        Professional Development: We want employees to grow within their roles and have a career at Breakthrough T1D, so we practice Career Development Planning and have a budget for paid development opportunities for each employee.

·        Other benefits include: Group RRSP Matching Program, winter holiday office closures, flex weeks in the summer and more!

Benefits listed above for regular full-time employees. Not all benefits may be available to part-time or temporary employees.

Recruitment Process: We may review applications as they are received and this position will remain posted until it is filled. Our recruitment process typically includes an initial introductory phone call with an HR team member, and up to two video interviews over MS Teams with the hiring manager and other members of the team. Some positions may require a skills-based evaluation to be completed as a part of the recruitment process. We thank all those applicants that apply, but please note only those selected for an introductory phone call will be contacted after their application is submitted.

Breakthrough T1D strives to foster a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Breakthrough T1D is also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment. Please advise if you require any accommodation measures to ensure you will be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.